Article Writing

Overview: Learn about the benefits of plant-based diets for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with the public by writing a series of articles elaborating on the connection between food choices and the environment. These articles will be eligible to be posted on the Switch4Good blog.

Stages:

1. Investigation

1. Research and identify potential topics within the broader topic of food choices and the environment. 

2. Survey your peer group or whoever your target audience is to better understand what information they lack or what they wish they knew more about.

1. Preparation and Planning

1. Determine the focus of research and writing based on criteria such as the urgency of the issue, level of public awareness, and personal interest. 

2. Determine the scope of research and writing to cover the subject matter. Each article should be at least 1,000 words long.

3. Research the connection between food and environment independently and with the support of Switch4Good materials and team.

4. Organize research, draft a thesis statement, and write an outline.

1. Action/Demonstration

1. Write!

2. Reach out to personal, professional, and academic connections for edits and revisions. Lucy and Gianna from Switch4Good are also available for review at any point during these steps.  

3. Create and deliver a presentation about the content of your article. Pick an audience from your network. 

Deliverables:

• Documentation of research and planning (notes, outline, thesis statement, etc.)

• Documentation of editing and revision (track changes, comments, edited and final drafts, etc.)

• Final draft of at least 1,000 words 

• Visual aids and talking points/script for the presentation